Simple Side Salad with Dijon Maple Dressing Recipe
A fresh and simple side salad featuring crisp cos lettuce, refreshing continental cucumber, and peppery rocket, dressed with a tangy and slightly sweet vinaigrette made from olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and maple syrup. Perfectly quick to prepare in just 10 minutes, this salad pairs well with a variety of dishes as a light, healthy accompaniment.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Salad
- 1 medium cos lettuce, chopped
- ½ large continental cucumber, sliced
- 1 cup rocket
Dressing
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon maple syrup
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Salad Vegetables: Add the chopped cos lettuce, sliced continental cucumber, and rocket leaves to a large salad bowl, ensuring all the ingredients are fresh and crisp.
- Make the Dressing: In a small jar or bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of red wine vinegar, ½ teaspoon of Dijon mustard, and ½ teaspoon of maple syrup until the mixture emulsifies and is well combined. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Toss the Salad: Just before serving, pour the dressing evenly over the salad ingredients and toss gently to coat all the greens with the dressing evenly, ensuring maximum flavor without bruising the leaves.
Notes
- Use fresh, crisp vegetables for the best texture and flavor.
- The dressing can be adjusted in sweetness or acidity by varying the maple syrup or vinegar amounts.
- For added crunch, consider topping with nuts or seeds.
- This salad is best served immediately after dressing to maintain freshness.
- Leftover dressing can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.
